Chaplain

Mass General Brigham•Northampton, MA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for providing spiritual care to patients, families, visitors, and staff. Patients are seen at the bedside or in outpatient settings as assigned. Involved in all aspects of care, including but not limited to team meetings, family meetings, and goal discussions. Staff support is provided through 1:1 encounters and group gatherings in the units and other locations as needed. Also charged with developing and leading hospital-wide and community faith-specific and interfaith services. Work as team members in accordance with the department's mission and vision statements.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Experience in a hospital setting or relevant spiritual, ministry, pastoral, congregational or other relevant experience 2-3 years required
Maintains current knowledge of regulations pertaining to the delivery of Hospice services and conducts team operations in a manner to be in compliance with such regulations.
Maintains and demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of bereavement principles, practices, standards, and techniques, and applies this knowledge in accordance with St.
Knowledge of various religious practices, health care ethics, grief and bereavement counseling techniques with hospice families, and excellent work organization skills.
Proficient at multitasking and having a high level of problem-solving skills.
Demonstrates resiliency with matters of death and dying.
Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Graduate Diploma Related Field of Study preferred
Two or more units of Clinical Pastoral Education from an accredited ACPE or NACC training program preferred.

Responsibilities

Counsel individuals or groups concerning their spiritual, emotional, or personal needs.
Share information about religious issues by writing articles, giving speeches, or teaching.
Respond to requests for assistance during emergencies or crises.
Visit people in homes, hospitals, or prisons to provide them with comfort and support.
Administer religious rites or ordinances.